Garland prohibits keeping dangerous wild animals (big cats, bears, wolves, primates, venomous reptiles) in residential areas and enforces Texas Health & Safety Code Chapter 822 Subchapter E registration requirements.
Under Garland's animal ordinance and Texas H&S Code Chapter 822, Subchapter E, possession of 'dangerous wild animals'—including lions, tigers, leopards, cheetahs, bears, gorillas, baboons, chimpanzees, hyenas, wolves, and venomous reptiles—is prohibited in the city absent a state-issued certificate of registration, $100,000 liability insurance, and approved caging that meets USDA standards. Garland generally does not issue local registrations for these animals in residential zones, effectively banning them. Common exotic pets such as ferrets, sugar gliders, hedgehogs, non-venomous snakes, rabbits, and tropical birds are typically allowed. Texas Parks & Wildlife Code Chapter 63 controls native wildlife (deer, raccoons, opossums) and generally prohibits private possession without a permit. Violations are Class C misdemeanors with fines and animal seizure.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Garland code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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